Besides making necessary lifestyle changes to treat gout, there are medical treatments available. The least harmful treatments include elevating the afflicted area and taking ibuprofen.
One class of drugs that has proven to be effective are anti-inflammatory medications. However, These drugs can have some rather nasty side effects to the respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
Corticosteroids can also be used. These corticosteroids can be taken either orally or injected directly into the joint. They are usually used over a short-term period to reduce the chance of side effects
Colchicine and probenecid are strong medications that can provide instant relief at the onset of a gout flare-up. However, the side effects of these medications include nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
Gout medications work by reducing the amount of uric acid crystals in the bloodstream. Using these medications should be a last resort. Reducing alcohol consumption, purine-rich foods, and starting to exercise should be the first remedy for gout.
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